Senior Research Scientist

The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Research Scientist will engage in independent and collaborative research with UT faculty members and research personnel, participate in related research activities, and assume leadership roles when appropriate. This is a two-year, fixed-term position anticipated to continue until November 16, 2028. The role advances the Latino Research Institute’s research program by developing proposals and studies, contributing to major ongoing projects, identifying new directions for existing program areas, and securing funding for projects aligned with the Institute’s mission. The scientist will conduct methodological and/or applied research and disseminate findings through peer-reviewed publications, policy briefs, and other channels. The position also involves building research partnerships with investigators and organizations across local, state, national, and international settings; serving the scientific community through national boards and study review panels; and mentoring the Institute’s researchers, faculty affiliates, and trainees.

Requirements

Doctorate in epidemiology, statistics, demography, sociology, public health, or a related field.
At least 10 years of applicable experience.
Research accomplishments and professional experience equivalent to that of a full professor, including supervision of research programs or projects as a principal investigator.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A sustained record of research offering critical and comparative approaches to Mexican American and Latino populations in the United States.
A demonstrable record of peer-reviewed publication and funding.
Demonstrated ability to lead highly interactive and multidisciplinary research teams.

Nice To Haves

More than the minimum required number of years of experience.

Responsibilities

Conceptualize and lead the development of successful proposals for new studies that support the Latino Research Institute’s research program.
Contribute to ongoing major research projects, provide input into new directions for existing program areas, and secure funding for projects consistent with the Institute’s mission.
Collaborate with investigators outside the Latino Research Institute and establish sustainable research partnerships with local, state, national, and international nongovernmental organizations and governmental agencies.
Develop and conduct methodological and/or applied research leading to peer-reviewed publications, policy briefs, and other forms of dissemination.
Serve the scientific community through membership on national boards and study review panels.
Mentor the Latino Research Institute’s researchers, faculty affiliates, and trainees.